<![CDATA[Online Plants Melbourne: Latest News]]> https://www.onlineplantsmelbourne.com.au Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:52:29 +0000 <![CDATA[Our Favourite Plants]]> https://www.onlineplantsmelbourne.com.au/blog/our-favourite-plants/ Thu, 23 Jan 2014 08:42:53 +0000 https://www.onlineplantsmelbourne.com.au/blog/our-favourite-plants/ Gardeners Corner top 20 favourite plants:

Our Favourite Plant Why
Fragrant Gardenia florida Fragrant flowers, lush green foliage and can be grown in the ground or container
Indoor Spathaphyllum ‘Peace Lily’ Most reliable indoor plant, white upright flowers with glossy green long leaves. Water only when leaves are drooping and grow in low light to bright light.
Screening (tall) Ficus hillii Easily trimmed, can be trunked for underplanting and has lush green leaves all year round.
Screening (small) Murraya panniculata Sun tolerant, fragrant white flowers, glossy green leaves, easily hedged and low in maintenance.
Camellia sasanqua Setsugekka White single flowers with yellow stamens, dark green glossy leaves, sun tolerant, hedged, espaliered or topiary and bird attracting.
Camellia japonica Brushfields Yellow Double white & cream flowers, dark glossy green leaves, shade loving, hedged, topiary or espaliered.
Deciduous tree Pyrus calleryana ‘Cleveland Select’ Seasonal changes, red leaves, spring blossoms and glossy green leaves in summer. Extremely tough and are great as a specimen, avenue or screening trees.
Evergreen tree Olive Tree Hedged, specimen, topiary or espaliered. Tough with edible fruit and gorgeous grey foliage.
Conifer Juniperus chinensis ‘Spartan’ Tight conical shape, container or garden planted for formal to semi-formal gardens.
Palm Phoenis roebellinii Architectural foliage creating a tropical feel. Grown in full sun and coastal conditions.
Native Westringia fruticosa Mauve flowers, hardy low maintenance hedge and tolerates full sun.
Container plant English Box Easily clipped, great for formal gardens and borders.
Groundcover Convolvulus sabatius Quick growing, evergreen and hardy with beautiful purple flowers.
Citrus Tahitian Lime Fragrant flowers, edible fruit and lush foliage. Perfers full sun and can be planted in the ground, in a container, espaliered and hedged.
Blossom Malus ioensis Deciduous tree, profusion of blossoms in spring making it a brilliant specimen tree.
Rose Iceberg Long lasting white rose which flowers for almost the whole year. Less prone to black spot.
Azalea Alba magnifica Flowers late winter, is more sun tolerant and quick growing.
Lavender Avonview Vibrant purple flowers with bracts that look like rabbit ears. Long lasting flowers for half the year.
Climber Chinese Star Jasmine Evergreen climber that grows well in the sun or a shadier position. It also has fragrant white flowers that cover the whole wall/fence which stand out against the lush green foliage.
Herb Rosemary Used in cooking as well as makes a great hedge and border. The mauve purple flowers are attractive against the grey/green foliage.
]]> Gardeners Corner top 20 favourite plants:

Our Favourite Plant Why
Fragrant Gardenia florida Fragrant flowers, lush green foliage and can be grown in the ground or container
Indoor Spathaphyllum ‘Peace Lily’ Most reliable indoor plant, white upright flowers with glossy green long leaves. Water only when leaves are drooping and grow in low light to bright light.
Screening (tall) Ficus hillii Easily trimmed, can be trunked for underplanting and has lush green leaves all year round.
Screening (small) Murraya panniculata Sun tolerant, fragrant white flowers, glossy green leaves, easily hedged and low in maintenance.
Camellia sasanqua Setsugekka White single flowers with yellow stamens, dark green glossy leaves, sun tolerant, hedged, espaliered or topiary and bird attracting.
Camellia japonica Brushfields Yellow Double white & cream flowers, dark glossy green leaves, shade loving, hedged, topiary or espaliered.
Deciduous tree Pyrus calleryana ‘Cleveland Select’ Seasonal changes, red leaves, spring blossoms and glossy green leaves in summer. Extremely tough and are great as a specimen, avenue or screening trees.
Evergreen tree Olive Tree Hedged, specimen, topiary or espaliered. Tough with edible fruit and gorgeous grey foliage.
Conifer Juniperus chinensis ‘Spartan’ Tight conical shape, container or garden planted for formal to semi-formal gardens.
Palm Phoenis roebellinii Architectural foliage creating a tropical feel. Grown in full sun and coastal conditions.
Native Westringia fruticosa Mauve flowers, hardy low maintenance hedge and tolerates full sun.
Container plant English Box Easily clipped, great for formal gardens and borders.
Groundcover Convolvulus sabatius Quick growing, evergreen and hardy with beautiful purple flowers.
Citrus Tahitian Lime Fragrant flowers, edible fruit and lush foliage. Perfers full sun and can be planted in the ground, in a container, espaliered and hedged.
Blossom Malus ioensis Deciduous tree, profusion of blossoms in spring making it a brilliant specimen tree.
Rose Iceberg Long lasting white rose which flowers for almost the whole year. Less prone to black spot.
Azalea Alba magnifica Flowers late winter, is more sun tolerant and quick growing.
Lavender Avonview Vibrant purple flowers with bracts that look like rabbit ears. Long lasting flowers for half the year.
Climber Chinese Star Jasmine Evergreen climber that grows well in the sun or a shadier position. It also has fragrant white flowers that cover the whole wall/fence which stand out against the lush green foliage.
Herb Rosemary Used in cooking as well as makes a great hedge and border. The mauve purple flowers are attractive against the grey/green foliage.
]]> <![CDATA[Five F’s]]> https://www.onlineplantsmelbourne.com.au/blog/five-fs/ Wed, 15 Jan 2014 08:40:55 +0000 https://www.onlineplantsmelbourne.com.au/blog/five-fs/ How we choose our plants:

The Gardeners Corner follows the 5 golden F’s when choosing their plants. Each plant chosen will provide at least 3 out of the 5 desirable characteristics:

  1. Foliage
  2. Flowers
  3. Fragrance
  4. Fruit
  5. Freedom from disease

We like to provide plants that have style, unity, balance and reliability so that the garden looks great in all seasons.

Carefully chosen plants will minimise watering needs, be low in maintenance requirements and provide screening where necessary.

So let the gardening games begin……

]]> How we choose our plants:

The Gardeners Corner follows the 5 golden F’s when choosing their plants. Each plant chosen will provide at least 3 out of the 5 desirable characteristics:

  1. Foliage
  2. Flowers
  3. Fragrance
  4. Fruit
  5. Freedom from disease

We like to provide plants that have style, unity, balance and reliability so that the garden looks great in all seasons.

Carefully chosen plants will minimise watering needs, be low in maintenance requirements and provide screening where necessary.

So let the gardening games begin……

]]> <![CDATA[Watering & Fertilising]]> https://www.onlineplantsmelbourne.com.au/blog/watering-fertilising/ Mon, 12 Aug 2013 08:37:38 +0000 https://www.onlineplantsmelbourne.com.au/blog/watering-fertilising/ Gardeners Corner top ten tips for watering and fertilising after planting

  1. Overwatering is the biggest killer of plants; roots need oxygen as well as water to thrive so finding a happy medium can be a challenge.
  2. To test the moisture level, feel down at least 10cm. The soil should not feel too “wet” or “dry”.
  3. After planting, water every 3rd day for 2-4 weeks unless heavy rain has fallen.
  4. Water under the foliage and on top of the root ball, making sure the water is going in to the root ball and not running off it.
  5. Create a “dam” effect around larger trees & shrubs or when planting on a slope so it will enable the water to be collected over the root ball.
  6. Seasol the plants every week for the first month.
  7. As a general rule (once plants are established) a deep watering twice a week is adequate. More in the dry weather and less in the wetter months.
  8. For flowering and fruiting plants make sure there is Potassium (Pot Ash is a good source) in the fertiliser and for green leafy growth, Nitrogen (Blood & Bone is a good source).
  9. Feel free to email or call the Gardeners Corner for any other queries.
  10. As Seasol is a root stimulant not a fertiliser, we recommend feeding plants at least twice a year (6 months apart) ie. The 1st day of autumn and the 1st day of spring. Liquid feeding pots more frequently is recommended.
]]> Gardeners Corner top ten tips for watering and fertilising after planting

  1. Overwatering is the biggest killer of plants; roots need oxygen as well as water to thrive so finding a happy medium can be a challenge.
  2. To test the moisture level, feel down at least 10cm. The soil should not feel too “wet” or “dry”.
  3. After planting, water every 3rd day for 2-4 weeks unless heavy rain has fallen.
  4. Water under the foliage and on top of the root ball, making sure the water is going in to the root ball and not running off it.
  5. Create a “dam” effect around larger trees & shrubs or when planting on a slope so it will enable the water to be collected over the root ball.
  6. Seasol the plants every week for the first month.
  7. As a general rule (once plants are established) a deep watering twice a week is adequate. More in the dry weather and less in the wetter months.
  8. For flowering and fruiting plants make sure there is Potassium (Pot Ash is a good source) in the fertiliser and for green leafy growth, Nitrogen (Blood & Bone is a good source).
  9. Feel free to email or call the Gardeners Corner for any other queries.
  10. As Seasol is a root stimulant not a fertiliser, we recommend feeding plants at least twice a year (6 months apart) ie. The 1st day of autumn and the 1st day of spring. Liquid feeding pots more frequently is recommended.
]]> <![CDATA[Planting tips]]> https://www.onlineplantsmelbourne.com.au/blog/planting-tips/ Fri, 12 Jul 2013 08:34:17 +0000 https://www.onlineplantsmelbourne.com.au/blog/planting-tips/ Gardeners Corner top tips for planting

  1. Dig a hole that is bigger than the pot. Ideally twice the width and the same depth. Level the bottom of the hole so that when the plant gets placed in there, the top of the root ball is level with the existing ground.
  2. Dig through well decomposed organic compost or use our ‘Black Gold Compost’.
  3. Water the pot plant thoroughly. A great method is to dunk it in a bucket of water until all the air bubbles have disappeared.
  4. If your hole is dry, fill it with water and let it drain away before planting.
  5. Remove the plant from the pot by placing your hand over the top of the root ball with the stem between your fingers. Tip the pot upside down and pull the pot gently away from the root ball. If the pot does not slide easily, gently squeeze the container and repeat.
  6. For large heavier pots, lay the plant on its side and gently squeeze the diameter of the container. Then, (leaving the plant on its side) use your foot as leverage at the lip of the container to separate the root ball away from the container.
  7. It is not necessary to tease the roots of most plants as the growing methods and containers have changed over the years to encourage the roots to grow down instead of around. If the plant is pot bound, it would be best to tease the bottom corners of the root ball.
  8. Gently place the root ball in the hole so that the top is level with the existing soil.
  9. Back fill the hole with your soil/compost to the top of the root ball. Compact the soil until its firm but not solid.
  10. Water in well with Seasol to stimulate root growth and to assist with transplanting shock.
]]> Gardeners Corner top tips for planting

  1. Dig a hole that is bigger than the pot. Ideally twice the width and the same depth. Level the bottom of the hole so that when the plant gets placed in there, the top of the root ball is level with the existing ground.
  2. Dig through well decomposed organic compost or use our ‘Black Gold Compost’.
  3. Water the pot plant thoroughly. A great method is to dunk it in a bucket of water until all the air bubbles have disappeared.
  4. If your hole is dry, fill it with water and let it drain away before planting.
  5. Remove the plant from the pot by placing your hand over the top of the root ball with the stem between your fingers. Tip the pot upside down and pull the pot gently away from the root ball. If the pot does not slide easily, gently squeeze the container and repeat.
  6. For large heavier pots, lay the plant on its side and gently squeeze the diameter of the container. Then, (leaving the plant on its side) use your foot as leverage at the lip of the container to separate the root ball away from the container.
  7. It is not necessary to tease the roots of most plants as the growing methods and containers have changed over the years to encourage the roots to grow down instead of around. If the plant is pot bound, it would be best to tease the bottom corners of the root ball.
  8. Gently place the root ball in the hole so that the top is level with the existing soil.
  9. Back fill the hole with your soil/compost to the top of the root ball. Compact the soil until its firm but not solid.
  10. Water in well with Seasol to stimulate root growth and to assist with transplanting shock.
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